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How to Get Into Duquesne University

Pittsburgh, PA · Private nonprofit · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

Duquesne University Admissions Statistics

84%
Acceptance Rate
600-670
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
580-670
SAT Math (mid 50%)
26-32
ACT (mid 50%)
5,350
Undergrads
77%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into Duquesne University

The bar here is clear

Duquesne University admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 1180-1340 combined SAT or 26-32 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Test policy here is "Required for some programs", check the fine print for your specific program.

Use the Early Action round deliberately

Duquesne University offers Early Action: non-binding and worth taking if your application is ready, an earlier answer helps you calibrate the rest of your list, and EA carries no downside beyond the earlier deadline.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where Duquesne University fits.

Duquesne University Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Early Action (EA) November 15, 2025
Regular Decision (RD) January 15, 2026

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $0
Test scores Required for some programs
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

Duquesne University Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $67,776
Tuition & fees $48,986
Room & board (on campus) $16,374
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $37,730

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $29,986
$30-48k $31,729
$48-75k $32,102
$75-110k $35,611
$110k+ $41,273
20%
Students receiving Pell Grants
67%
Students taking federal loans
84%
Freshman retention rate
12:1
Student-faculty ratio

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